Benjamin Briggent Knihy

ageless travelogue.

Originally published in The Cornhill Magazine in 1878 and in book form in 1879, Daisy Miller brought Henry James his first widespread commercial and critical success. The young Daisy Miller, an American on holiday with her mother on the shores of Switzerland’s Lac Leman, is one of James’s most vivid and tragic characters. Daisy’s friendship with an American gentleman, Mr. Winterbourne, and her subsequent infatuation with a passionate but impoverished Italian bring to life the great Jamesian themes of Americans abroad, innocence versus experience, and the grip of fate. As Elizabeth Hardwick writes in her Introduction, Daisy Miller “lives on, a figure out of literature who has entered history as a name, a vision.”

A new edition of one of the most read English novels, which continues to enchant readers worldwide more than two centuries after its creation. "Pride and Prejudice," first published in 1813, transports us to the picturesque English countryside at the end of the 18th century, where the story of the Bennet family unfolds. Mrs. Bennet tirelessly seeks ideal suitors for her five daughters. The tale begins when the wealthy Mr. Bingley moves into the neighborhood, accompanied by his enigmatic friend, the reserved and unsympathetic Mr. Darcy. A peculiar relationship develops between him and the clever, free-spirited Elizabeth, the Bennet family's second daughter, which must overcome numerous misunderstandings, prejudices, and societal barriers before evolving into genuine understanding and love. "Pride and Prejudice" is not merely a love story but also a timeless exploration of human relationships. The author skillfully depicts the tension between reason and emotion, as well as the clash between individual freedom and social conventions, with intelligent humor, subtle wit, and unmatched irony.

Featuring selected stories from Lovecraft's renowned Cthulhu mythos, this elegant gift edition showcases his extraordinary imagination through classic tales like "The Call of Cthulhu" and "The Shunned House." Readers will encounter terrifying rituals, grotesque comedies, and chilling narratives that delve into themes of insanity. The book is beautifully designed with a silver embossed cover and stenciled page edges, making it a striking addition for fans of pioneering science fiction.

Klasický viktoriánsky horor, Podivný prípad doktora Jekylla a pána Hyda, je o dvoch protikladných podobách ľudského charakteru stelesnených dobrým doktorom Jekyllom a zlým pánom Hydom. Keď advokát Utterson začne riešiť závet svojho starého priateľa pána Jekylla, vynárajú sa pred ním znepokojivé otázky. Aký bol vzťah počestného doktora Jekylla a tajomného pána Hyda? Kto zabil sira Danversa Carewa? Aká pozoruhodná príhoda smrteľne otriasla doktorom Lanyonom?

Román poľského rodáka Josepha Conrada „Srdce temnoty“ vyšiel po anglicky knižne v roku 1902 a rýchlo sa stal jedným z najzásadnejších literárnych diel 20. storočia. Conradov text ako jeden z prvých kriticky nazerá na témy imperializmu, kolonializmu a rasizmu, zároveň je to hlboká psychologická a morálna sonda do temných hĺbok ľudskej duše, preto sa kniha dodnes teší záujmu čitateľov. Ide o jedno z diel, ktoré síce patrí do kánonu svetovej literatúry a k pokladom západnej kultúry, zároveň je však nadčasové a čitateľsky atraktívne.

The narrative explores the satirical voyages of its protagonist, highlighting the absurdities of human nature through encounters with various fantastical societies. Each voyage, from Lilliput to the land of the Houyhnhnms, critiques contemporary politics and social norms. Jonathan Swift employs a sharp, ironic style that has influenced the genre of satire, making this work a cornerstone of English literature. The new edition includes an introductory chapter by George Edward Woodberry, enhancing the reader's understanding of Swift's impact and legacy.